Painting is probably the most common DIY project a homeowner tackles. Painting an entire house is an entirely different endeavor. In Arizona where ceilings went as high as 16 feet (above), we decided to hire professional painters. House painting is even more challenging with a new house so you're …
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Who hasn't painted a few walls? After all, painting is the most popular DIY project for homeowners. Picking paint colors isn't easy and picking the right paint finish is even harder.
We help you with important decisions like calculating how much paint to buy. There are tips to prep for the best results and picking the right tools as a good paint brush can make a huge difference.
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Which Paint Brushes Does a Homeowner Need?
For great painting results, make sure you use the best paint brushes and paint you can afford. It will make the time you spend painting worth it and you'll get to enjoy the results for years. Painting is one of the most popular decorating projects used by homeowners to give their home a new look. …
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DIY Wood Stain Guide for Beginners
Getting a great DIY result on a wood stain project doesn't have to be rocket science. But it does take a little planning on the front end. There's more to staining wood than brushing on the stain and sealing it. If you've got a woodworking project that you're anxious to stain, here's what you'll …
How Many Types of Paint Finishes Are There?
Have you tried to buy white paint and gotten confused because there are 100s of white paints? With many types of paint finishes, picking the right finish or sheen is just as difficult.And with no industry standard for paint sheens, it's no wonder most homeowners are confused. One company's …
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Calculating How Much Paint to Buy
Buying paint is easy, but you've got to figure out how much paint to buy. You have to know the condition of the walls, ceiling and/or trim you'll be painting, and whether you need a coat of primer first. You also want to include enough paint for touch-ups later on. This is true whether you're hiring …
Barn Red Brightens Up the Countryside
Barn red is a color most people recognize. But why red? Why is red traditionally used for painting barns? First you want to ask yourself, why paint a barn in the first place? It's just a house for animals. Why go through the trouble? A lot of people think you paint a barn or house to make it …
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